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RRB Group D 2025: Exam Dates (Shortly), Application Status, Admit Card, Syllabus, & Exam Pattern

• Updated on 4 Sept, 2025 by Malothu

RRB Group D 2025: Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) will announce the exam dates soon. This year, the board will conduct the RRB Group D 2025 exam to fill 32,438 Level-1 posts across multiple zones. A total of 1.08 crore applications (10,822,423) were received, making it one of the largest competitive exams in India. Competition per seat is extremely high, with some zones like RRB Mumbai crossing 15 lakh applicants. The exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode, followed by Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.

 

Table of Contents

  1. RRB Group D Highlights 2025
  2. RRB Group D 2025 Important Dates
  3. RRB Group D 2025 Exam Pattern
  4. RRB Group D Syllabus 2025
  5. RRB Group D 2025 Application Status
  6. RRB Group D 2025 Admit Card & City Intimation Slip
  7. RRB Group D Vacancy 2025
  8. RRB Group D Result
  9. RRB Group D Cut Off 2025
  10. RRB Group D Answer Key 2025
  11. RRB Group D 2025 FAQs

 

RRB Group D Highlights 2025

RRB will administer the recruitment process in multiple rounds. All candidates between 18 to 33 years are eligible to apply. To get more details on RRB Group D 2025 Exam, candidates can refer to the table below:

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

RRB Group D

Conducting Body

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs)

Vacancies

32,438

Applicants (Approx.)

Over 1.08 Crore

Eligibility

Class 10 Pass

Age Limit

18 to 33 years (with age relaxation for reserved categories)

Selection Process

Computer-Based Test (CBT) → Physical Efficiency Test (PET) → Document Verification → Medical Exam

Exam Pattern

Sections: Mathematics, General Science, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness

 

Duration: 90 minutes

 

Marks: 100

 

Marking: +1 for correct, -0.33 for wrong

Application Fee

General/OBC: INR 500

 

Concessional Categories (SC/ST/Others): INR 250

Official Website

http://www.indianrailways.gov.in/

 

RRB Group D 2025 Important Dates

RRB has not yet released the official CBT schedule. However, candidates can review the important dates below:

RRB Group D Events

Dates

RRB Group D Notification Release Date

22 Jan 2025

RRB Group D Apply Online Dates

23 Jan 2025 to 01 Mar 2025 (11:59 pm)

RRB Group D Fee Payment Last Date

03 Mar 2025 (11:59 pm)

RRB Group D Application Correction Window

04 Mar 2025 to 13 Mar 2025 (11:59 pm)

RRB Group D Exam Date 2025

To be announced soon

 

RRB Group D 2025 Exam Pattern

The CBT consists of 100 questions for 100 marks. Negative marking applies: –1/3 for each wrong answer. CBT’s duration is for 90 minutes (120 minutes for PwD). Qualifying candidates proceed to PET.

Section

No. of Questions

Marks

General Science

25

25

Mathematics

25

25

General Intelligence & Reasoning

30

30

General Awareness & Current Affairs

20

20

Total

100

100

 

RRB Group D Syllabus 2025

RRB Group D Syllabus 2025 includes four subjects: Mathematics, General Science, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and General Awareness & Current Affairs.

Subject

Key Topics

Mathematics

Number system, BODMAS, HCF & LCM

 

Ratio, Proportion, Percentages

 

Profit & Loss, SI & CI

 

Time, Speed, Distance; Time & Work

 

Mensuration, Geometry basics

 

Simplification, Age problems

General Science

Physics: Motion, Force, Work, Energy, Sound, Heat

 

Chemistry: Matter, Periodic Table basics, Acid-Base, Metals & Non-metals

 

Biology: Cells, Human body, Plants, Nutrition, Diseases

General Intelligence & Reasoning

Coding-Decoding, Series, Analogies

 

Venn Diagrams, Syllogisms, Statements & Conclusions

 

Directions, Puzzles, Blood Relations

 

Data Interpretation basics

General Awareness & Current Affairs

Indian History & Freedom Movement

 

Indian Polity, Constitution, Geography

 

Current Affairs (national & international)

 

Sports, Awards, Important Days, Government Schemes

 

RRB Group D 2025 Topic-Wise Distribution of Questions

Each subject can be broken down into topics. Below are detailed tables.

Subject

Topic

Number of Questions

Mathematics

Number System

6

Time, Speed and Distance

4

Ratio

4

Time and Work

2

Mensuration

2

Trigonometry

2

Simple Interest, Compound Interest

1

Pipe & Cistern

1

Simplification

1

Average

1

Percentage

1

Mathematics Total

25

General Intelligence & Reasoning

Statement & Conclusion

5

Odd one out

3

Series

3

Blood Relation

3

Syllogism

2

Venn Diagram

2

Mirror Image

2

Direction

2

Counting Figure

2

Puzzle

2

Analogy

2

Mathematical Calculation

1

Complete Figure

1

Reasoning Total

30

General Science

Chemistry

10

Physics

8

Biology

7

General Science Total

25

General Awareness & Current Affairs

Current Affairs

13

History

3

Geography

2

Polity

1

Economics

1

General Awareness Total

20

Grand Total

100

 

RRB Group D 2025 Application Status

  • The application status link confirms whether a candidate’s form is accepted or rejected.
  • It will be available before the CBT schedule is published.
  • Candidates must log in to their regional RRB websites to check.
  • Status = Accepted → Eligible for Admit Card, Rejected → Ineligible.

 

RRB Group D 2025 Admit Card & City Intimation Slip

  • City Intimation Slip: Released ~10 days before the CBT. Shows exam city, date, and shift.
  • Admit Card (Hall Ticket): Released ~4 days before CBT. Contains roll number, exam venue, reporting time, and instructions.
  • Both must be downloaded from the official RRB portals only.

 

RRB Group D Vacancy 2025

RRB Group D vacancy details were announced through the detailed notification. Its vacancy includes 32,438. The post-wise vacancies are available below:

Category

Department

Vacancies

Track Maintainer Gr. IV

Engineering

13,187

Pointsman-B

Traffic

5,058

Assistant (Workshop) (Mech)

Mechanical

3,077

Assistant (C&W)

Mechanical

2,587

Assistant (S&T)

S&T

2,012

Assistant TRD

Electrical

1,381

Assistant TL & AC

Electrical

1,041

Assistant Loco Shed (Electrical)

Electrical

950

Assistant (Track Machine)

Engineering

799

Assistant Operations (Electrical)

Electrical

744

Assistant TL & AC (Workshop)

Electrical

624

Assistant Loco Shed (Diesel)

Mechanical

420

Assistant (Bridge)

Engineering

301

Assistant P-Way

Engineering

247

Total

32,438

Also read: RRB Admit Card Out

 

RRB Group D Result

The RRB Group D Result 2025 is the official scorecard that shows whether a candidate has qualified for the next stage after the Computer-Based Test (CBT). It is published separately by each Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) on their regional websites.

 

How is the Result Announced?

  • The result is released in PDF format with the roll numbers of qualified candidates.
  • Along with the list, RRB also provides cut-off marks for each category.
  • Candidates can also check their individual scorecard by logging in with:
    • Registration number
    • Date of birth

 

Steps to Check RRB Group D Result 2025

  1. Visit the official RRB regional website where they applied.
  2. Click on the link “RRB Group D Result 2025”.
  3. Download the PDF of the shortlisted candidates.
  4. Search the roll number in the list.
  5. Log in to view the individual marks and normalised score.

 

Normalisation in Result

Since the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, RRB uses normalisation of marks. This ensures fairness by adjusting scores:

  • Tougher shifts get slightly higher adjusted scores.
  • Easier shifts get balanced scores. Read Related Articles: SSC CGL 2025, SSC CHSL 2025

 

RRB Group D Cut Off 2025

The cut-off is the minimum score a candidate needs in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) to qualify for the next stage, i.e., the Physical Efficiency Test (PET). RRB Group D Cutoff 2025 varies across category. Some important factos about the cutoff has been shared below:

 

Key Points about the Cut Off

  • Cut-off is released zone-wise by each RRB.
  • It is different for General, OBC, SC, and ST categories.
  • Factors affecting cut-off:
    • Number of vacancies in the zone
    • Total candidates appearing
    • Difficulty level of the exam

 

RRB Group D Answer Key 2025

The answer key is released by RRB a few days after the CBT. It contains the correct answers to all questions asked in the exam.

 

Types of Answer Keys

  1. Provisional Answer Key – Released first. Candidates can raise objections if they find any mistakes.
  2. Final Answer Key – Published after checking objections. This is the official and final version.

 

How to Check the Answer Key

  1. Visit the official RRB regional website.
  2. Click on the “RRB Group D Answer Key 2025” link.
  3. Log in with the registration number and date of birth.
  4. Download the PDF of questions and correct answers.
  5. Compare the answers and calculate the probable score.

 

RRB Group D 2025 FAQs

What is the RRB Group D 2025 exam date?

The official RRB Group D 2025 exam date has not yet been declared by the Railway Recruitment Boards. As per recent updates, the Computer-Based Test (CBT) is expected either in September 2025 or November–December 2025.

How many vacancies are there in RRB Group D 2025?

RRB Group D 2025 is being conducted for 32,438 vacancies under Level-1 posts of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. These vacancies include Track Maintainer Grade-IV, Assistant Pointsman, Helpers/Assistants in Mechanical, Electrical, Engineering, Signal & Telecommunication departments, and other technical Level-1 roles.

How many candidates applied for RRB Group D 2025?

A total of 10,822,423 applications (over 1.08 crore) were received for RRB Group D 2025 recruitment. With only 32,438 vacancies available, the competition ratio is approximately one seat per 334 candidates. Some regions, like RRB Mumbai, saw more than 15 lakh applicants.

How to download the RRB Group D 2025 admit card?

Candidates can download their RRB Group D admit card from the official regional RRB websites. The admit card will be available 4 days before the CBT, while the exam city and shift details will be released 10 days before the exam. To download, candidates must log in using their registration number and password/date of birth.

What is the salary of an RRB Group D employee?

The salary of an RRB Group D employee is as per the 7th Pay Commission, Level-1. The initial pay is INR 18,000 per month, along with allowances such as HRA, DA, TA, and other benefits. The in-hand salary ranges between INR 22,000 and INR 25,000 per month.

What is the selection process of RRB Group D 2025?

The recruitment has four stages: Computer-Based Test (CBT). Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Document Verification (DV) and Medical Examination

Is there negative marking in the RRB Group D exam?

Yes. For every wrong answer, ⅓ mark is deducted. No marks are cut for leaving a question blank.

What is the age limit for RRB Group D 2025?

The age limit is 18–33 years (general category). Relaxations apply: OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), PwBD (10 years).

How can I check the RRB Group D 2025 admit card?

The admit card will be released on the official RRB regional websites. Candidates can log in with their registration number and date of birth to download it.

When will the RRB Group D 2025 notification be released?

The notification is expected in early 2025, with the CBT scheduled later in the year. Exact dates will be announced on the official RRB websites.